Ep 8. Jack's Big Jump
- TV-G
- December 30, 2009
- 56 min
Sesame Street season 40 episode 8, titled "Jack's Big Jump," follows the beloved characters as they explore the concept of overcoming fears and taking risks. The episode centers around Jack, a young boy who is nervous about jumping off the diving board at the community pool. With the help of Elmo and the gang, Jack learns how to conquer his fear and take the big jump.
The episode opens with Elmo and Rosita at the pool, splashing around and having fun. They notice Jack on the side of the pool, looking hesitant and nervous. They approach him and ask if he wants to jump off the diving board with them, but he hesitates. Elmo and Rosita explain that they used to be afraid of the diving board too, but they faced their fear and now love jumping off it. They encourage Jack to try it out for himself.
The rest of the episode follows Jack as he works up the courage to take the big jump. He expresses his fears to each of the Sesame Street characters he meets on his journey, including Abby Cadabby, Grover, and Cookie Monster. They each share their own stories of overcoming fears and taking risks, inspiring Jack to keep pushing himself.
The episode includes several catchy musical numbers, including a rendition of "The Wheels on the Bus" with diving board-themed lyrics and a rap song about facing your fears. Throughout the episode, the characters also model important social-emotional skills like empathy, encouragement, and perseverance.
In addition to exploring the theme of facing fears, "Jack's Big Jump" also includes plenty of fun and educational segments. Oscar the Grouch teaches kids about recycling, while Murray Monster leads a science experiment about buoyancy. The episode also features new segments with beloved Sesame Street characters like Bert, Ernie, and the Count.
Overall, "Jack's Big Jump" is a heartwarming and entertaining episode of Sesame Street that encourages kids to be brave and take risks. With its catchy songs, valuable life lessons, and familiar characters, this episode is sure to be a hit with young viewers.
